COMPANY HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY AND SAFE INSTALLATION …

ACME CRADLES LTD SPECIALISTS IN ELECTRIC AND MANUALLY OPERATED CRADLES

COMPANY HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY

AND

SAFE INSTALLATION OF CRADLES

231a Bensham Lane Thornton Heath

CR7 7ET Tel: 020 8689 5442 Fax: 020 8689 5443

Email: [email protected] www.acmecradles.co.uk

Revised June 2003

CONTENTS PAGE Page INTRODUCTION 3 GENERAL POLICY 4 STATEMENT OF INTENT 5 PROJECT MANAGEMENT TEAM 6 PROJECT TEAM & THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES 7 RISK ASSESSMENT POLICY 10 RISK ASSESSMENT CHART 11 ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY 12 SAFETY NOTES 13 HEALTH HAZARDS 15 MANUAL HANDLING 17 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 18 HEALTH AND SAFETY 20 RISK ASSESSMENT 50

Prepared by MSB Access & Safety Consultants Ltd Tel/Fax: 01322 525970 Mobiles: 07770 572143 / 07721 076748 Email: [email protected]

INTRODUCTION COMMITMENT TO SAFETY This Policy has been prepared and issued to all employees and contractors to ensure that everyone is aware that Acme Cradles Ltd are committed to preventing accidents and ill health at all sites. This Policy contains safety references and procedures of the company. All Health and Safety is important to us so please read this entire document as it is very important that everyone is aware and respects these safety procedures in all work places. Please refer to this Policy and any other booklets, Method Statements etc on a regular basis. Acme Cradles is counting on your co-operation.


GENERAL POLICY Acme Cradles Ltd is committed to maintaining and improving, where possible, the Health, Welfare and Safety of its employees and ensuring the safety of all other persons who may be affected by the Company’s work activities. We believe one of its most important functions is the prevention of accidents and ill health. We do not wish any of our employees or any other person to suffer as the result of our activities or work processes. To this end, we intend to comply rigorously with all Health and Safety Legislation, Codes of Practice, Best Guidance and work methods available, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and associated Regulations, in particular the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 1994 (Amendment Regulation 2000) the Construction (Health and Safety) Regulations 1996, the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 and the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998. The Health and Safety Policy we have prepared indicates the ways we intend to meet the legal requirements. Legislation requires that, as an employer, we prepare a Statement of General Policy with respect to Health and Safety of our employees, together with details of the organisation and arrangements we have set up to carry out this Policy. Therefore, we provide so far as is reasonably practicable: A. A safe system of work B. Safe plant and equipment C. Safe means of handling and transporting articles, substances and people D. Adequate training, instruction, information and supervision E. A safe place of work with safe access and egress F. A safe and healthy environment G. Adequate welfare facilities We also ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that the way we carry out our work does not affect the Health and Safety of other persons who are not our employees, for example, visitors and contractors. It is also recognised that where we produce articles and substances for use at work, or we erect or install plant or equipment, we have a duty to ensure the Health and Safety of those who use them and make available all the required information for their Health and Safety. We remind you, our employees, of your duty to look after your own Health and Safety and ensure that you do not endanger others and that you must co-operate with us, as your employer, in meeting our legal obligations.


DIRECTORS STATEMENT OF INTENT The Company will continue on a regular basis to revise and update existing arrangements regarding the management of Health, Safety and Welfare at Work in line with current legislation as it affects Acme Cradles Ltd. It is our policy that our operations will reflect the highest degree of managerial efficiency and promote safety to the highest standards. All employees, however employed, are expected to co-operate with the Company in carrying out this Policy and ensure that their individual work, so far as is reasonably practicable, is carried out without risk to themselves or others. The safety arrangements, including the effectiveness of this Policy, will be monitored by the Director of the Company, and to assist him in this respect the Company have appointed an in-house Safety Officer and have co-operation from MSB Safety Consultants to visit, and monitor the Company’s Safety performance as well as giving advice on the requirements of the relevant statutory provisions and safety matters generally with regard to the Company’s operations. Signed ……………………………… Geoffrey Fry, Director Acme Cradles Ltd Date ………………………………… Reviewed June 2003 First Issue


PROJECT MANAGEMENT TEAM

Acme Cradles Ltd

Accident Investigation as Necessary

Geoffrey Fry Director

Dave Gentry Les Gibbs

Safety Managers

Melvyn Barr (MSB) Independent Safety Adviser

Frank Wendon Engineer

Riggers – Scott Gentry

Steven Sheeham Nick Gillam

Chargehands Dave Gentry

Les Gibbs Alan Mara

Bryan Bayram

First Aiders Allison Marcar Frank Wendon

Allison Marcar Accounts Manager

Gordon Bateman Estimator


PROJECT TEAM, THEIR SAFETY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES DIRECTOR A Director acting in whatever capacity is accountable and responsible for Implementation of this safety policy Safety Manager The Safety Manager shall be responsible to the Director to advise the Company on matters relating to yard and site safety and implementing the Policy. Independent Safety Advisers Acme Cradles Ltd will have the services of professional safety advisers who shall be available at reasonable times to assist the company in achieving the objectives and implementation of the statutory requirements relating to health, safety and welfare as they relate to the Company. Estimator The Estimator will be required to be conversant with the Policy and be aware of statutory requirements and consult with other managers relating to health, safety & welfare, including any unusual design problems that may be encountered, allowing for adequate safety to the public, power, PPE etc. The Company for its part will provide whatever information, instructions, training and expertise as is necessary to enable estimators to be aware of and implement the requirements relating to health, safety and welfare. Office Staff The safety function accountability is to their Director and Safety Adviser to carry out their duties in a safe and competent manner. The offices and external areas shall be kept to a high standard of cleanliness. The access way shall be kept clear of any stored materials – in particular fire exit routes. Toilets and canteen areas as well as stores shall be kept to a high standard of cleanliness. All instances of accidents, however caused, shall be reported to the immediate Supervisor and recorded as laid down in the accident reporting procedure, including illness or injury. Accident Recording – ensure the Accident Book B1510 issued to record any accident, and that your immediate Supervisor is informed. The Safety Manager shall be informed in all cases, as well as the Director.


All staff in the workplace shall be aware of the procedures to be implemented in case of fire. First Aid Boxes Sufficient first aid boxes are provided. First Aid Instructions regarding first aid will be supervised by the First Aider or Appointed Person – see First Aid Notice. General Fire Safety Action: Escape routes – clearly defined and exhibited under the control of a senior Staff Member in the work area of the Company. Fire Fighting At no time shall any member of staff put themselves at risk in the event of a fire occurring. The fire bell or alarm shall be suitably maintained and operational at all times. Shut all fire doors and only attempt to operate a suitable fire extinguisher if you are not at risk. Chargehands / Riggers Shall be accountable and responsible to the Safety Manager in the first instance and the Director or Line Manager. They shall carry out satisfactorily their individual responsibilities. They are fully trained in the erection and dismantling of cradles. This consists of in-house training that is recognised throughout the industry and by CITB who use them at CITB Training Centres as Trainers. They carry CSCS cards and some operatives carry CISRS cards with Safety Awareness course for the safe erection and dismantling of any scaffolding . Advanced Scaffolder Route through training programme from basic is minimum 6 months site experience through each course. An advanced scaffolder is authorised to carry out the following approved scaffolding operations:


Erection, adaptation and dismantling of scaffolding to form truss-out scaffolds, slung scaffolds (including the use of lifting equipment wire ropes, chains and shacking), raking and flying shores, designed structures (large truss-out cantilevers; lifting structures; ramps, foot bridges, dead shores, including bracing, adjustable braces and fork-heads; manual/ winch operated boatswain chairs and cradles.

Applying knowledge of The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and

knowledge of all legislation involving scaffolding and other codes of practice in progress. Advanced scaffolders shall report any incident, regardless of how apparently minor, that results in injury or damage to equipment.


RISK ASSESSMENT POLICY

Under Section 3 of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations (1999) every employer shall make a suitable and sufficient risk assessment of: 1. Operations/activities 2. Persons employed and others; 3. If appropriate, record the risk assessment of risk. Implementation 1. The Company will make practical and necessary theoretical assessments,

drawings if required and calculations of all work involving cradles and associated operations whenever appropriate, and as necessary produce an appropriate Method Statement.

2. The Method Statement will contain sufficient information, calculations, when

required, and procedures as necessary for the type of cradles operation required.

3. The Method Statement may be produced in various forms and be included in

any contractual document, quotation, drawing, sketch or other effective to which a method statement should or may be required to means be communicated.

4. Adequate advice, information and written instruction(s) will be given to

operatives as necessary to carry out the scaffold operation with minimum risk.


RISK CONTROL CHART SPECIFIC TO CRADLE INSTALLATION ACTIVITIES

Information feedback as necessary

Consider Principal / Planning Supervision Health and Safety Plan and file

Consider cradle concept and feasibility If feasible Planning Supervisor

On site: identify hazards and avoid if possible

If no refer to

Cradle details Regulations / Approved Codes of Practice

Carry out Risk Assessment, Method Statement(s), Procedures & Rules as necessary

Implement Management and Control Measures

Hand over Cradle, Monitor / Audit Inspection


ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY IMPLEMENTATION AND SAFETY PROCEDURE The Directors are responsible for communicating the environmental policy to all members of the company. The environmental policy statement shall have been brought to the attention of all employees. Environmental Policy Statement Protection of the environment is the responsibility of every body at every level in the company. It is the duty of each employee to observe working practices and to maintain equipment so that at all times work proceeds in a manner that does not harm the environment.

This Policy shall be reviewed annually by the directors and also as legislation or client/representative demands change.

The Company shall ensure that it does not cause statutory nuisance as defined by the Environmental Protection Act. This includes the emission of smoke, gas fumes, dust or odours from the site, which is prejudicial to the environment.

The Company shall ensure that all work in progress when completed will not damage the environment. All practicable means will be used to prevent or counteract the effects of the work with regard to any materials used. The Company shall be bound by the Control of Pollution Act 1974 and related legislation, which regulates the control of noise with the regard to the work in progress

Where applicable the Company will take every practical care with the following: The type of plant and any machinery, which may be used. The hours during

which works may be carried out. The level of noise and hours during which noise may be emitted, including any specific points on the site under the direction and control of Acme Cradles Ltd.

The company shall be bound by all regulations covering noise abatement

zones as designated by local authorities. They will also adhere to codes of practice issued by the client in relation to noise control.

The company will provide instruction, information, training and supervision

when necessary to enable all employees to avoid environmental damage and therefore have a positive contribution to the Health of the Environment.

The Company shall comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 as

detailed in the company safety policy statement.


SAFETY NOTES The Clients’ Appointed Representative and such subsequent authorised user must inspect this Cradle/section of scaffold, as follows: Before being entered into service At least once a week Following inclement weather Following authorised alteration

Each person conducting a Cradle inspection must be competent to do so. The results and recommendations following Cradle inspections shall be accurately recorded and actioned in accordance with the appropriate inspection report form. No sheeting, tarpaulins or netting, which may act as a wind sail, shall be affixed to the Cradle. Physical non–movable ties shall not be interfered with or altered, unless by an Authorised Scaffolder.

No component part of this Cradle /section of scaffold shall be removed. This includes decking, toeboards, guardrails, stop-end boards and access ladders.

Under no circumstances shall this cradle scaffold/section of scaffold be subject to shock loading or over loading.

Scaffolders and riggers authorised by Acme Cradles Ltd, shall only carry out alterations to the cradle scaffold/section of scaffold.

In the event that any of the following situations should occur Acme Cradles Ltd shall be notified without delay:

An incident involving cradle;

An incident involving this cradle scaffold/section of scaffold, resulting Injury to

any person An incident involving this cradle scaffold/section of scaffold, resulting in

damage to plant Any report regarding this cradle scaffold/section of scaffold, issued by a member of the Health and Safety Executive or safety adviser. - Any such report to be forwarded to Acme Cradles Ltd. Under no circumstances may materials be thrown from Cradles. Always refer to User Manual.


Safety Notes (cont’d) The Client/Clients’ Representative is requested to co-operate with and assist Acme Cradles Safety Advisers as may be necessary.


HEALTH HAZARDS (INCLUDING COSHH) Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulation 1999 (superseded 2002) All available information should be obtained from suppliers of substances, etc.

so that health risks can be assessed. A survey should be carried out to establish if there are any health risks

existing on a site or building where work is to be carried out. Will any work be carried out on site which will involve possible risks to health,

e.g. spray painting, grit blasting, entry into confined spaces, etc? Where necessary, the safety, adviser will provide written assessments and

advise on precautions required with any substance where any risk to health is known or suspected and will carry out any sampling, analysis, monitoring, etc. as required. The details of assessments will be kept in a suitable register.

Special precautions relating to specific products are given in the specific

written assessments. Almost all chemical materials are potentially dangerous. Although they may

find their way into day-to-day use, it is usually a very diluted or otherwise modified form.

Chemical products must never be allowed to come into eye contact. Contact

with skin and mucous membrane must likewise be avoided. Wear protective equipment and clothing supplied. Always observe good industrial hygiene practice.

Do not swallow materials or use in areas where food is being consumed.

Smoking is also prohibited during application and curing Inhalation of chemical vapours or dust should be avoided. Adequate

ventilation must be provided. Suitable respiratory protection will be provided if appropriate.

Facilities for the washing and cleansing of the skin must be made available

with the necessary cleansers and barrier creams. Store all products in ventilated areas away from extremes of temperatures

and environment. Clean all spillages instantly and dispose of waste and used containers

properly. Except for transport in closed packages, only authorised personnel must

handle materials.


Ensure the correct equipment for handling the products is available. HEALTH HAZARDS (INCLUDING COSHH) (cont’d) If any person handling the materials shows symptoms, which may possibly

have been caused by the exposure to chemical products, they should be removed from the area and medical advice sought immediately.

Read the data sheet, container labels and detailed health and safety

information before using products. Measures must be taken to keep others, especially children, away from areas

where harmful substances are present or being used.


MANUAL HANDLING (1992) Wherever possible use mechanical means to lift and transport items.

Where use of mechanical means is impracticable, then sufficient persons

must be available to lift the relevant load and take into account the size, shape and weight of that load.

Ensure that items are lifted correctly with the back straight and using the legs

to raise yourself if the load is low. Use a good grip with the feet apart to hip width and one foot slightly in front of the other.

Avoid twisting stooping, or reaching to lift or deposit the load.

Ensure that access areas are clean and clear and that lighting is adequate.

Wear gloves and safety footwear.

Protect sharp edges.

Avoid long lifts and if necessary change grip when the load is at waist height.

Keep the load close to your body.

Arrange storage so that the heaviest loads are in the most convenient

position, i.e., from knee to shoulder range. For long distances, arrange supports to allow the load to be placed for brief

breaks. During repetitive work, ensure sufficient time for resting.

If more than one person is involved then a suitable person must be nominated

to control the job. If possible break down the load into smaller items.

If possible, provide proper handles, handholds or use carrying devices to

avoid the possibility of trapped fingers, etc. Secure items, which are loose to prevent the load shifting when being carried.

Avoid carrying up and down steps.


PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT PPE Regulation (1992) The head, eyes, hands and feet are all very vulnerable to injury. Equipment to prevent such accidents will be made available. All operatives are required to wear suitable safety footwear whilst at work on

company sites or in company workplaces. Suitable footwear may contain some or all of the following features: steel toecap, steel midsole, waterproof (e.g. Wellingtons), oil or chemical resistant soles, electrically insulating, specific protection (e.g. chainsaws, etc.)

Operatives will obey the requirements of any sign or notice indicating that

equipment is to be worn. When necessary operatives will wear the appropriate hearing defenders

issued and be instructed in its maintenance and use. Operatives will wear the eye protection issued as appropriate to the work

carried out. Where necessary the operatives will wear the relevant respiratory protective

equipment provided. All management, supervisory staff, visitors, subcontractors and employees,

shall wear safety helmets whilst on company sites, Head protection Regulations, (1989) other than in areas specifically designated in writing by the company as being areas where the risk of head injury is negligible. Information on any areas or working conditions where helmets need not be worn must be displayed in the site mess room or issued to each person or contractor, etc. Normal disciplinary proceedings will be used against employees not complying with this requirement.

The safety harnesses must be worn and used in accordance with SG: 400

regulations and a rescue plan put in place to get a man from a harness in 20 minutes if he falls. The equipment must be suitable for the particular purpose intended and a full body safety harness and shock absorber lanyard are to be used. This equipment will be available and operatives instructed in its use together with any other related equipment such as lifelines, connectors, shock absorbers, fall arrest devises, etc.

SG16:00 and SG17:00- Scaffolders who do not wear harnesses are liable to

be prosecuted by the HSE and also their employers. But all staff must be trained to wear and inspect their harness, before each use and a register kept, and a detailed inspection carried out at least every 3 months. Also a scaffolder who does not wear his harness could be suspended which may result in dismissal.


PPE (Cont’d) All persons issued with protective clothing or equipment must inspect for

worthiness prior to each use, and immediately report to management any loss or defect in the equipment. The work activity must stop until suitable replacements PPE is provided.


GENERAL CONDITIONS FOR HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE.

Copies of this safety policy shall be issued and brought to the attention of: 1. Employees (however employed) and any person who may be affected by this

safety policy. 2. It is the duty of every person employed by Acme Cradles to co-operate with the

effective and successful implementation of this safety policy and require the management of Health Safety and Welfare to be an integral part of their everyday duties.

3. This policy will be revised and updated at regular intervals as required by:

• Statute • Changing employment conditions • The directors.

1. This safety policy shall be supplemented by in house safe working codes of

practice as necessary.

2. All employees shall be required to attend safety seminars and lectures relating to health, safety and welfare issues, as necessary. The site supervisor shall hold regular toolbox talks weekly and all employees shall attend.

3. All employees will respond positively to issued safety inspection reports, safety

surveys, safety audits, safety monitoring and incident investigation as such matters affect them.

4. All employees shall be actively encouraged to submit suggestions and ideas

which will promote further safety awareness’ in effective management of health, safety and welfare issues.


EMPLOYERS GENERAL SAFETY DUTIES Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSWA 1974) employers have a duty to take reasonable care to avoid injury or harm to their employees or to others affected by their work activities. The relevant sections of the act are quoted as: Section (2.1) General duties of employers to their employees: It shall be the duty of every employer to ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare at work of all his employees

Section (3.1) General duties of employers to persons other than their employees: It shall be the duty of every employer to ensure so far as is reasonably practicable, the health and safety of others who may be affected by their work activities.

Section (6) Duties of designers, manufacturers and suppliers of articles and substances for use at work: It shall be the duty of every employer to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that articles for use at work are safe and without risk to health.

With reference to: • The lifting operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 • The provision and use of work Equipment Regulations 1998 • The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999

Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSWA 1974) employees have a duty to take reasonable care to avoid injury to themselves or to others affected by their work activities. Employees are also required to co-operate with their employers and others in complying with the statutory requirements and shall not interfere with or misuse anything provided to promote health, safety and welfare as required by statute or company rules. The relevant sections of the act are quoted as: Section 7 It shall be the duty of every employee while at work: To take reasonable care for the health and safety of himself and other persons who may be affected by his acts or omissions at work:


Section 7 (cont’d) And as regards any duty imposed upon him by his employer or any other person by or under any of the relevant statutory provisions, to co-operate with him so far as is necessary to enable that duty or requirement to be complied with.

Section 8 No person shall intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interests of health, safety or welfare in pursuance of any of the relevant statutory provisions.

Alcohol or drug abuse (2002) All employees (however employed) You must NOT report for work if you are unfit through alcohol or drugs of

abuse. You must Not consume alcohol or any drug of abuse whilst at work You must Not be in possession of any drug of abuse whilst at work You will be offered confidential advice if you think you have a problem. If you are taking any medication please tell your employer You could kill or injure others around you if you have a problem with drugs

Guilty offenders will be subject to instant dismissal if the problem is not addressed and corrected.


FIRST AID

Our legal duty to provide first aid facilities is a general requirement within the scope of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and Approved code of practice. The legislation outlines the provisions that we have to provide. Because of the level of risk associated with our company and the nature of our work, we have assessed that there is the need to provide a qualified First Aider The named person has been identified on the first aid card and will be displayed for your information. If you are unfortunate and sustain an injury during the course of your work, you must stop work immediately and seek treatment from your first aider. Should your injury require further medical attention, the appointed person will make the arrangements. 1. Throughout the premises you will find first aid cards posted indicating the

person(s) to assume first aid duties and/or the person(s) nominated as the appointed person(s).

2. This card will also notify you of the location of the first aid equipment and of the

person responsible for maintaining the accident records. 3. Please ensure you enter all your details in the B1510 Accident book.

Alternatively, someone may do this on your behalf. CONTENTS LIST OF FIRST AID BOX ITEM AMOUNT REQUIRED Guidance card 1 Individually wrapped sterile Adhesive dressing 20 Sterile eye pads, with attachment 2 Triangular bandages 6 Safety pins 6 Medium sterile individually wrapped (10cm x8cm) 6 Unmedicated dressings large sterile individually Wrapped (13cm x 9cm) unmedicated dressings 2 Extra large sterile individual wrapped (28cm x 17.5cm) unmedicated dressings 3 Individually wrapped medi-wipes 20 Disposable gloves 2 pairs Where mains tap water is not readily available for eye irrigation, sterile normal saline (o.9%) in sealed disposable containers should be provided.


Each container should hold at least 300ml and must not be re-used once the sterile seal is broken. At least 900ml should be provided. Eye baths/eye cups/refillable containers must not be used for eye irrigation. Under no circumstances must any medication (pills, mixtures, creams, sprays etc) be contained within the first aid boxes or kits, or dispensed by a First Aider or Appointed Person.


TRAINING

4. Health and Safety Legislation has a wide range of training implications from induction training, covering the Health and Safety General policy and the systems and procedures used, along with individual responsibilities to requirements.

5. We have a duty to train, instruct and inform you as necessary to ensure your health and safety whilst at work on any hazards arising from your work activities. It is essential that evidence relating to the training provided is maintained and that records are available for inspection by enforcing authorities, and so we can maintain our record of training given to you.

3. In recognition of this duty, it is our policy to ensure: a. Comprehensive safe working procedures and induction programmes. b. Regular refresher training. c. Adequate training for all levels including management. d. That particular attention is paid to your existing needs.

The schedule of our training requirements and instruction given will be maintained and this will be supplemented by the identification of all your training needs.

Examples: a. Induction b. Fire training c. Safety awareness d. Manual handling e. Plant training f. Abrasive wheels g. General policy and specific procedures e.g. permits to work. h. CISRS card with safety awareness test (CITB)

A review of our training requirements will be carried out at identified intervals. Should you be aware of any training that you feel is essential to your health and safety you have a responsibility to draw this to the attention of management.


WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The working environment is directly related to the place where you undertake your activities at the place of work. Such working environments include buildings, external locations, construction sites, roadways etc. Therefore certain physical aspects of the working environment must be considered and monitored i.e. heating, lighting, temperature, maintenance, cleanliness and waste. We ensure compliance with this legal requirement by undertaking the required assessments and inspections to establish if standards comply with the requirements i.e. sufficient and suitable sanitary conveniences, adequate ventilation, well lit and kept in a clean and orderly condition:

The assessments are carried out at scheduled intervals using the working Environment assessment sheet that identifies an extensive number of items to be examined i.e.:

a. Maintenance of the workplace. b. Maintenance of plant and equipment. c. Maintenance of devices. d. Temperature. e. Lighting. f. Cleanliness and waste. g. Room dimension and space. h. Work station and space. i. Condition of floors and traffic routes. j. Falls and falling objects. k. Glazing.

Completed documents are contained in the assessments manual and these are available to you. The Department Head will carry out assessments and inspections at required identified intervals using the above forms outlined in the assessments manual.


FIRE PRECAUTIONS The Fire Precautions Act 1971 requires workplaces to have fire related hazards evaluated and where necessary to be issued with a fire certificate. It also requires employers to set up procedures and other provisions to ensure that appropriate action e.g. raising of the fire alarm, evacuating the premises and where reasonable, fighting the fire, could be taken in the event of a fire occurring. The Act also deals with such issues as emergency lighting and the provision of a safe means of escape. In 1997 the Fire Precautions (Workplace) Regulations 1997 came into force and required employers to carry out fire risk assessments, but excluded a number of businesses and undertakings that were covered by other regulations or were already issued with a fire certificate or where fire certificates had been applied for. In December 1999 amendments to the fire precautions (workplace) Regulations 1997 came into force that required every employer to carry out fire risk assessments in the workplace even if they were previously covered by other regulations: Fire certificate (special premises) Regulations 1976 Sub-surface railway stations Surface buildings at mines Safety if sports grounds Act 1987 Ships under repair or construction. A current fire certificate under the Fire Precautions Act 1971 The property is jointly owned or tenanted covers the property.

The purpose of the fire risk assessment is to demonstrate that all relevant issues and hazards that could have an impact on the safety of personnel in the event of a fire have been considered and appropriate action taken to remove, reduce and control them.

The assessments must take into account: Hazards that are a cause of fire e.g. The use of flammable substances or materials Work such as welding, smelting etc. Electricity in the workplace (overloading of sockets and circuits, old wiring

etc.) Storage and use of other materials such as paper and cloth Waste products Catering and cooking facilities Housekeeping.

Factors that can help a fire to grow need to be considered: Dust Storage and accumulation of waste Materials brought in by contractors Bad housekeeping


FIRE PRECAUTIONS (cont’d) The persons who are at risk will be considered particularly those who may have special needs e.g. Hearing impediments (difficulty in hearing a fire alarm) Locomotive impediments (difficulty in evacuating the premise, particularly

multi storey buildings if the lifts are turned off) Visually impaired Elderly and infirm Young persons Employees involved in processes that are hazardous such as the use of

highly flammable substances. The assessments will look at ways of preventing a fire from occurring, however should a fire occur then the assessments will consider appropriate ways of reducing the risk of harm to persons who might be affected e.g. How to raise the alarm

Providing an appropriate fire alarm

How to evacuate personnel to a place of safety

Providing safe routes of escape and places of safety which people can

go or be taken How to deal with the fire (if safe to

Providing appropriate fire fighting equipment (to be used by trained

personnel only) How to prevent the fire from spreading

Fire doors and fire resisting partitions.

The employer may appoint experienced personnel to assist and where appropriate, seek advice from external sources and specialists who will carry out the assessments. The results of the assessments will be notified to all employees and visitors by way of fire procedures that will be provided in writing and verbally in training sessions and at induction courses. All employees and visitors are required, by law, to ensure that they do not endanger lives by being the cause of a fire and comply with any measures (fire procedures) set up by the employer to both prevent and deal with fires in the workplace.


Fire Action

IF YOU DISCOVER A FIRE: A. A. Immediately operate the nearest fire alarm call point. B. B. If possible and you have been trained to do so tackle the fire using the appliances provided

BUT DO NOT ENDANGER YOURSELF OR OTHERS IN DOING SO. C. C. If you cannot tackle the fire, go to the assembly point and stay there. IF YOU HEAR THE FIRE ALARM: A. A. Leave the work area by the nearest available exit and proceed to the assembly point which is

located at:

B. B. Report to the person in charge which will be:

and stay at the assembly point until advised otherwise. CALLING THE FIRE BRIGADE: A. A. On hearing the alarm the:

will call the Fire Brigade and dialling 999 and state Fire at:

Stay on the phone until you are sure your message has been understood and the correct address repeated back to you. Then leave the work area and go to the assembly point and carry out a rollcall. Report to the Fire Brigade on their arrival and advise them of the situation and if anyone is reported as missing.

DO NOT STOP TO COLLECT PERSONAL BELONGINGS DO NOT TAKE PERSONAL RISKS DO NOT RE-ENTER THE SITE


Acme Cradles Ltd RECOMMENDED INSPECTION FREQUENCIES FOR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT ON CONSTRUCTION SITES Extract from HSE Publication HS (G) 141 – Electrical Safety on Construction Sites

Equipment / application Voltage User Check

Formal Visual

Inspection

Combined Inspection &

Test Battery operated power tools & torches

Less than 25v No No No

25v portable hand lamps (confined or damp situations)

25v / secondary winding from transformer

No No No

50v portable hand lamps Secondary winding centre tapped to earth (25v)

No No Yearly

110v portable and hand held tools, extension leads, site lighting, moveable wiring systems & associated switchgear

Secondary winding centre tapped to earth (50v)

Weekly Monthly Before 1st use on site and then 3-

monthly

230v portable and hand held tools, extension leads and portable floodlighting

230v mains supply through 30mA RCD

Daily / every shift

Weekly Before 1st use on site and then monthly

230v equipment such as lifts, hoists and fixed flood lighting

230v supply fuses or MCB’s

Weekly Monthly Before 1st use on site and then 3-

monthly RCD’s fixed Daily /

every shift

Weekly Before 1st use on site and then 3-

monthly Equipment in site offices 230v office

equipment Monthly 6 Monthly Before 1st

use on site and then

yearly


WORKPLACE CHECKLIST

FOR ELECTRICAL LEADS AND TOOLS Items

Satisfactory Yes / No

1. Inspect equipment – leads, plugs, connectors, casing etc to ensure they are in a sound, non-faulty condition.

2. Confirm that electrical equipment subject to formal inspection or test is within the specific ‘usage’ date.

3. Check that it is safe to use the electrical equipment in the location – fire risks, dampness, explosive hazards etc

4. Confirm that no restrictions to access, egress or tripping hazards will be present.

5. Confirm that fuses are appropriate to the apparatus and cable ratings.

6. Avoid dropping or otherwise damaging earth current devices.

7. Where the cradle installations may possibly damage the wiring, ensure that electrical circuits and apparatus are switched off and isolated from the electrical source before commencing work. Steps must be taken such removal of fuses to ensure that the circuits are not inadvertently energised.

8. Confirm that circuits are tested before commencing work to ensure that they are de-energised. Check any test lamps or other test equipment provided.

9. Ensure that stored energy sources are discharged or secured and made safe before commencing work.

10. All rules and procedures are being complied with. 11. The proposed work has been discussed with customers /

landlord / tenant / other contractors prior to commencing. Ensure that they are aware of the extent of the work.

12. Ensure all persons concerned have been informed prior to re-energising the installation being worked upon.

Action taken in respect of unsatisfactory items. Name Signature…………………… Date:…………..


1. Operatives (including direct labour force and self-employed persons) Operatives will: A. Observe safe practices and use the correct tools and equipment for the job,

use the safety equipment and protective clothing supplied; B. Keep tools in good condition; C. Report sub-standard conditions, accidents and dangerous occurrences,

defects in plant, equipment or systems of work to their Forman/Site Supervisor;

D. Avoid any improvisation that entails unnecessary risk; E. Warn new men of known hazards; F. Refrain from horseplay and the abuse of welfare facilities; G. Advise their Site Foreman / Supervisor of any safety hazard that arises; H. Develop a personal concern for safety themselves and for others, particularly

newcomers and young people; I. Suggest ways of eliminating hazards; J. Comply with Method Statements, work instructions and with personal

protective equipment provided. 2. Drivers Only authorised drivers may drive Company vehicles (or the forklift truck). Authorised persons will ensure that: A. The vehicle with which they are provided is roadworthy; B. The requirements of the road Traffic Act and the current issue of the Highway

code are observed; C. The vehicle is not used for any purpose for which it is not intended or insured; D. Maintenance and servicing is carried out as per the vehicle’s servicing

schedule; E. Driving licenses are current, valid and appropriate to the class of vehicle to be

driven. Any endorsements or pending prosecutions must be notified to the Director as soon as known;

F. No person is allowed to travel on the deck of a vehicle unless in a specially constructed seat;

G. Any incident involving collision with a person, animal, other vehicle or object is reported;

H. All loads are within the rated capacity of the vehicle and that loads are adequately secured;

I. Overhanging loads have a warning triangle affixed; J. Clear reversing instructions / signals are given; K. Tapering cones are used, where necessary, whilst unloading vehicles; L. Driving is always conducted with due regard for other road users, weather

conditions and road surfaces; M. Any deterioration in the health of the driver, that could affect his driving

competence, is reported to the Director, Manager or Contracts Manager.


3. Yardman The Yardman, in addition to the relevant responsibilities set out in the policy, is responsible for ensuring that: A. A high standard of housekeeping, access to and egress from all work areas is

established and maintained at all times; B. All canteen and welfare facilities are maintained to a satisfactory standard; C. Visitors to the depot are accompanied whilst in workshops or other areas

where work is in progress; D. Suitable work wear, protective gear, protective clothing and safety equipment

is worn as required; E. All instances of ill health or injury are reported to the office and recorded, as

required by Company rules; F. Compliance with fire and security arrangements at the yard /office. G. Inspect plant equipment as loaded onto the lorry, reject any damaged

plant/equipment and record on “Issue Sheet” that all plant is in an adequate condition for use.

4. Sub-Contractors Sub-Contractors are required to: A. Have prepared an adequate Health and Safety Policy together with the

Organisation and Arrangements to implement the Policy. It is an explicit requirement that Contractors provide Method Statements and undertake Risk Assessments.

B. Have adequate systems in place to monitor compliance with their Health and Safety Policy, with Method Statements and legislation, in particular sub-contractors will comply with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 1994, Amended 2000;Construction (Health and Safety) Regulations 1996, Management of Health, Safety at Work Regulations 1999, the Lifting Operations and Equipment Regulations 1998 and Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998.

C. Supply competent, both technically and with r4espect to health and safety, supervisors and operatives;

D. All accidents, incidents, occupation ill health and dangerous occurrences on site, however, small, will be reported to Acme Cradles Services Ltd.

5. Safety Consultant The Managing Director has procured the services of a professional Safety Consultant to provide assistance, advice and information in compliance with the Management of Health and Safety Regulations 1999.


The Safety Consultant, will upon request, conduct site inspections, assist with investigations, undertake system audits and assist on system review process.

SAFETY AND SITE VEHICLES To prevent transport accidents on site it is essential to provide and maintain the following:

• Adequate separation of vehicles and pedestrians; • Safe traffic routes; • Safe vehicles and • Safe work practices including making sure that drivers and

signallers are competent. The following actions should be taken:

• Assess the transport hazards on site and remove them as far as possible;

• Eliminate reversing, so far as is reasonably practicable; • Control the risks where hazards cannot be removed; • Implement safe systems of work and ensure drivers and signallers

are competent; • Monitor and review the way in which transport operations are

conducted to ensure safe work practices are followed.


LIFTING AND CARRYING INSTRUCTIONS When lifting, carrying and moving objects: A. Before moving any load the job should be sized up and any possible hazard

moved out of your way (i.e. make sure that nothing is in your path that you may fall over or bump into j- make sure there is a space to put your load down);

B. Look at whatever you are going to carry and ensure that it can be moved without danger to you or others;

C. Make sure that whatever you are carrying does not have any sharp edges (some file covers from filing cabinets do!);

D. If the load is too heavy for one person the help of a colleague should be obtained (somebody of similar build is best);

E. Even if a load is light in weight it is hazardous to carry if it is large enough to obscure vision;

F. Loads should not be pushed onto stacks above chest level. If a stack is high, stand on a sturdy platform. (heavy packets of stationery are sometimes stacked too high).

G. If the load is on the floor or low down, bend your legs and lift with your back as straight as possible;

H. Get a good grip; I. If a sack barrow is available USE IT; J. DON’T RUSH


ACME CRADLES LTD

DOCUMENTATION AND RECORDS What documents you will be expected to provide in Defence (where applicable) ♦ Accident Book entry – New B1510 that complies with Data Protection Legislation ♦ Foremen / Supervisor Accident Record ♦ Safety Representative / Staff Report ♦ Communications to and from HSE ♦ Document relating to any previous accident / matter identified by claimant ♦ Earnings information (where employee is injured) ♦ First Aid Report ♦ Surgery Record ♦ HSE RIDDOR Report ♦ Minutes of Company Health and Safety Committee ♦ Report to DHS ♦ Documents required to comply with:

• Pre and Post Accident Risk Assessment • Health and Surveillance Record • COSHH Assessments • Information to Employees • Safety Training Records • Inspection Records • Maintenance Records • Information required demonstrating compliance with any applicable

health and safety regulations made under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 or the Fire Precaution Act.

• Information relating to vehicles (MOT, Insurance, Tachograph, Maintenance etc


ACME CRADLES LTD Plant and equipment for common use Training and competencies

Emergency Procedures To deal with the minimising of injuries, fire, property damage, dangerous

occurrences, process loss and other losses. Reporting and Investigation of Accidents, Incidents, Dangerous Occurrences, Near Miss, Process Loss Describes the process to report all incidents, investigate and establish

priorities, resourced action plans, analyse statistics. Information To, and Training of, Persons on Site Projection induction, specific site and work induction Skills training Health and safety information and performance

Consultation (Internal and External At and between all levels from: Client / Sponsor Designers, Designers/Client, designers/contractors Principal Contractor / Planning Supervisor / Client Principal Contractor / Sub-contractors Public

Site Rules and Safe Working Systems Relevant rules and procedures Project and site rules covering overall project risks Contractor specific work rules to be contained in Method Statements Specific permit systems

Health and Safety Site health, safety and welfare provisions

Arrangements for Performance Monitoring To include both active and reactive monitoring of safety and loss control

performance at all levels throughout the project – inspections to audit. Project Review


Arrangements for undertaking review at all levels in the project. Acme Cradles Ltd

Performance Monitoring 1. Overview Acme Cradles Ltd recognises the importance of performance measurement to test the effectiveness of management controls and as a base for improvements. The Managing Director has introduced active measures (training, inspections, maintenance, procurement, etc) controls and reactive controls (accidents, property damage, incidents, and ill-health) controls. These measures are continuously reviewed and refined. 2. Planned Site Inspection and Safety Tours A. Safety (loss control) tours are principally directed at demonstrating serious

management commitment to controlling losses. The Director, Manager and Control Manager conduct regular site inspections – these, for the size of the company, take the dual role of management tours. Senior managers plan to spend up to three days per fortnight visiting sites.

B. Acme Cradles Ltd has established work site and workshop inspection

programmes, responsibilities for conducting inspections and checklists. These checklists are customised to Acme Cradles Ltd activities and work locations but are based on the HSE and trade guidelines, as contained in the HSE Construction Information Sheets.

C. Planned inspections are directed at identifying the extent of compliance to and

the adequacy of controls in place. They also provide evidence upon which to assess compliance to legislation.

1. Accident, Incident, Near Miss, Ill-health Reporting and Investigation A. Acme Cradles Ltd has introduced a comprehensive reporting and

investigation system to ensure that all loss, and potential loss situations are reported and investigated.

B. The Managing Director assisted by the Contracts Manager has overall

responsibility for ensuring that the root causes of the situations are identified and that the Director resources appropriate control measures.

C. The reporting and investigation system extends beyond the principle RIDDOR

requirements and includes property damage, vehicle accidents, environmental damage, sub-standard acts and conditions and customer losses arising from Acme Cradles Ltd activities.


Performance Monitoring (cont’d) D. The form used to capture the accident / incident data is the Accident Report

Form. For serious incidents the Witness Report Form, the Managers Accident / Incident Report Form and the Investigation and Review Form are used.

E. For incidents resulting in, or having the potential for low loss, the Manager will

keep a simple diary note of the basic causes and actions taken. F. Action agreed following investigations are followed up to completion using the

record proforma. G. The Secretary will maintain a record of accidents and provide the Managing

Director with an analysis of accidents and incidents for the four weekly reviews

1. Audits and Reviews A. Audits are intended to establish the extent to which the Company is complying

with Statutory Legislation and its Safety Management System. Acme Cradles Ltd are developing plans with their Safety Consultant to conduct planned audits on the levels of on-site compliance with their safety management system. These audits, which will be conducted at least annually, will be formally presented to the Managing Director. The Director will take any necessary action to implement the procedures. Audits are additional to the regular planned inspections.

B. System Reviews are intended to establish the extent to which the Safety

Management System and its procedures address legislative requirements and risks.

At least annually and following any significant incidents or legislative changes, the Managing Director will review existing Health and Safety Procedures to identify scope for improvement. The Safety Consultant may be involved in this process upon request by the Director.


WITNESS REPORT FORM Are you: (Pls tick box) Name:

Post: (if member of staff)

If not an Acme Cradles Employee – please provide contact details with a phone number and where appropriate, your employer: Did you report the incident to anyone at the time?

YES / NO If YES give name and where employed:

When did the event occur? Where did the event occur? Date, time and day

State location and exact location within site:

Was the event an: Who was involved?

Acme Cradles employee / Client/Landlord employee Member of the public / Contractor / Other

Accident? Incident? Near Miss? Name of the person injured / assaulted:

Other? Description of the event:

Acme Cradles Contractor Member of Other Employee Public (pls state)


Acme Cradles Ltd

WITNESS REPORT FORM

Are you? (please tick) Acme Cradles Employee Contractor A Member of the Public Other (please state) Name: Post

(if a member of staff) If not a Acme Cradles employee – please provide contact details and a phone number if possible and where appropriate your employer: Did you report the incident to anyone at the time?

YES/ NO If YES give name: Employed at:

When did the event occur: Where did the event occur? Date: State location and exact site within location: Time: Day of the week: Was the event an: Who was involved? Accident? Acme Cradles employee Incident? Client / Landlord employee Near Miss? Member of the Public Other Contractor / Other Name of the person injured / assaulted Description of the event:


MANAGERS ACCIDENT / INCIDENT REPORT

Details of accident / incident damage Contact Name: Tel No.

Company Contact Name: Tel No.

Brief description of accident / incident Plant Property Damage Estimated cost of damage: £

Was production lost? YES / NO

Which object / equipment inflicted damage (if any) Who is the person most responsible for the control of this object / equipment? Risk Assessment Potential for loss / severity of accident / incident (pls tick as appropriate) MINOR SERIOUS MAJOR Probability of recurrence (Pls tick as appropriate) SELDOM OCCASIONAL FREQUENT Risk Assessment Reviewed

YES / NO If YES by whom? Date:

Measures taken / investigation: What immediate measures have been taken?


Investigation required: YES / NO (delete as appropriate) If NO state reasons Evaluated by (name) Report / Evaluation passed to Managing Director This space is provided for additional information


ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION AND REVIEW Investigation: Coding of immediate causes:

SUBSTANDARD ACTIONS

SUBSTANDARD CONDITIONS 1. Operating equipment without authority 1. Inadequate guards or barriers 2. Failure to warn 2. Inadequate or improper protective

equipment 3. Failure to secure 3. Defective tools, equipment or

materials 4. Operating at improper speed 4. Congestion or restricted access 5. Making safety devices inoperative 5. Inadequate warning system 6. Removing safety notices 6. Fire and explosion hazard 7. Using defective equipment 7. Poor housekeeping, disorder 8. Using equipment improperly 8. Hazardous environmental conditions,

gas, dust, smoke, fumes, vapours 9. Failure to use Personal Protective

Equipment properly 9. Noise exposures

10. Improper loading 10. Radiation exposures 11. Improper placement 11. High or low temperature exposures 12. Improper lifting 12. Inadequate or excess illumination 13. Improper position for task 13. Inadequate ventilation 14. Servicing equipment in operation 14. Non or another condition (state below: 15. Horseplay 16. Under influence of alcohol and/or

other drugs

17. Non or other action (state below)

Immediate causes – describe what standard action or conditions caused or could have caused the accident: Coding of basic causes (tick as appropriate)

PERSONAL FACTORS 18. Inadequate capability

JOB FACTORS

1. Inadequate leadership / supervision 19. Inadequate knowledge 2. Inadequate engineering 20. Inadequate skill 3. Inadequate purchasing 21. Stress 4. Inadequate maintenance 22. Improper motivation 5. Inadequate tools/equipment 23. Non or another factor (state below) 6. Inadequate work standards 7. Wear and tear 8. Abuse or misuse 9. Non or another action (state below)


Basic causes: Describe what specific personal or job factors caused the accident: Accident type: (tick as appropriate) Type of contact: 1. Struck against 6. Slip 11. Electricity 16. Noise 2. Struck by 7. Fall on same level 12. Heat 17. Toxic or 3. Caught in 8. Fall to below 13. Cold noxious 4. Caught on 9. Over exertion 14. Radiation substances 5. Caught between 10. Other (state below) 15. Caustics 18. Non-injury Accident 19. Other (state) Accident type – describe object / substance / equipment inflicting harm: What measures should be taken in the short term to prevent recurrence? Investigators Signature

Investigators Name Title Date


RISK ANALYSIS FLOWCHART

TASK TASK ANALYSIS

Accident & ill health analysis

Response to legislation

Employee / Contractor Input

Task Observation

IDENTIFY HAZARDS

ANALYSE RISKS AND PRIORITISE CONTROL

PLANNING

ELIMINATE OR CHANGE PROCESS

IMPLEMENT MANAGEMENT CONTROLS

TRANSFER RISK TO COMPETENT CONTRACTORS

ACCEPT RISK BUT REVIEW REGULARLY

ACTION PLAN TO MONITOR PROGRESS

AUDIT & REVIEW


EMPLOYMENT OF YOUNG PERSONS Young Persons and children will not be engaged on the following activities: working with lead maintenance / adjustment of power presses, wood working machines, circular

saws operating of lifting machinery driving of lift trucks or site plant work in the vicinity of live exposed electrical conductors changing abrasive wheels or operating abrasive

The Managing Director prior to engaging young persons or children on work experience will undertake the following precautions: the specific activities, and environment, on which the individuals are to work

will be risk assessed bearing in mind their age and immaturity consideration will be given to individual needs and limitations (eg defective

colour vision, immaturity, physical disabilities) the parents / school teachers (as appropriate) will be briefed on the risks,

controls, communications, disciplining measures and individual needs all risks will be controlled special arrangements and responsibilities assigned for on the job supervision

of young persons and children Health and Safety Plans and Method Statements will take due consideration

when young persons are engaged and their unfamiliarity with the environment / activities

in addition to the general work rules and specific activity rules young persons will be brief and instructed on the Company special rules for young persons

RECORDS The Managing Director will keep the following records: meetings and correspondence to parents and school staff risk assessments briefing, induction and training given to young persons and children arrangements for specific supervision limitations on the work activities to be undertaken disciplinary action individual progress


INDUCTION OF YOUNG PERSONS / CHILDREN The Managing Director will address the following safety issues: introduction to the Company Health and Safety Policy, Organisation and

arrangements, controls, company standards and expectations a brief on the HSE document “Health and Safety Law – What you should

know” – either the poster will be shown or individual copies of the leaflet provided

the risks and controls associated with the work and company controls discussed

the purpose, provision, use and care for personal protection equipment individual responsibilities for health and safety will be emphasised:

• to take care of one’s own health and safety and that of others • not to interfere with provisions / arrangements made to secure health and

safety management • to co-operate with the Company and others, in achieving and maintaining

high health and safety standards • to report all accidents, dangerous occurrences and safe situations /

environments that are considered a risk to health and safety brief the rules and instructions as appropriate provide specific training in:

plant and equipment to be used the environment safety plans method statements manual handling first aid emergency procedures noise control substances hazardous to health electricity at work safety signs and signals construction risks


SPECIFIC RULES FOR YOUNG PERSONS AND CHILDREN

In addition to the general safety rules and specific rules associated with plant, equipment, site vehicles and the working environment, young persons and children will be instructed in the following: 1. Games and practical jokes are not appreciated in the workplace. Potentially

serious injuries could result from such conduct. 2. Work areas and gangways need to be kept tidy. Do not leave things lying

where people could trip or bump into them. 3. Good hygiene, and the use of barrier creams where appropriate, are needed to

prevent risks to health and safety from dangerous articles and substances in the workplace.

4. If protective equipment and clothing is issued, this needs to be used and kept in a good condition.

5. Running in the workplace can be dangerous and should therefore be prohibited. Safe routes must always be used.

6. Lifting and carrying should be carried out in the correct manner and supervisors should arrange instruction and training, and monitor the necessary techniques are used.

7. The safe use of ladders requires training. Ladders should be checked before use and roofs should not be walked on without taking adequate precautions.

8. Compressed air issued for approved purposes only. It should not be used for cleaning machines, benches or clothing.

9. Electricity is very dangerous and electrical equipment should only be used according to instructions.

10. Machines must not be used unless training has been given, including the uses of safety guards, etc.

11. Hazard warning signs for harmful substances need to be recognised and the instructions of the supervisor followed.

12. Care must be taken when handling flammable substances and smoking prohibitions must be observed. Carelessly discarding rubbish or smoking materials presents a fire hazard.

13. Any injury must be reported to supervision. 14. Be fully aware of emergency and first aid arrangements and actions. 15. Do not operate any site plant or vehicles.

ACME CRADLES LTD

RISK ASSESSMENT

231a Bensham Lane Thornton Heath

CR7 7ET Tel: 020 8689 5442 Fax: 020 8689 5443

Email: [email protected]

Prepared by MSB Access & Safety Consultants Ltd Page 1 Tel/Fax: 01322 525970 Mobiles: 07770 572143 / 07721 076748 Email: [email protected]

RISK ASSESSMENT

Hazard Risk Classification

Each hazard (substandard act or substandard condition) reported should, where it is sensible and appropriate, be subjected to a classification process to determine a “priority rating” for the order corrective action is implemented - it being practicable to address all hazards simultaneously. The system for assigning a numerical value to a risk: Rate each hazard's potential (likelihood), for causing an accident or damage against a scale of 1-5 similarly rate the potential severity (S), or consequence, of injury/damage against a scale of 1-5. L – Likelihood 1= very unlikely 2 = unlikely 3 = likely 4 = very likely 5 = certain S = Severity 1= First aid injury/illness or disruption to service or other loss of less than £50.00. 2= Minor injury/illness without lost time, non-disruptive Property damage or quality, service or other loss of £50.00 to £500.00. 3= A lost time injury/ illness without permanent disability or disruptive property damage, quality, service or other losses of more than £500.00 but not exceeding £5,000. 4= Permanent disability/loss of body parts, and for

extensive structure, equipment or material, quality service or other losses of no more than £5,000 but not exceeding £1000.00.

5= Death or catastrophic damage/loss of structure, equipment material, quality of services or other losses exceeding £1000.00.

Please note that statutory legislation equates approximately to likelihood and severity values at least 3.


Acme Cradles Ltd

RISK ASSESSMENT The Hazard Risk Rating (HRR) is given by the expression:

Hazard Risk Rating = Likelihood x Severity Following the process of estimating the hazard risk rating, the existing control and proposed corrective action should be recorded on the pro-forma provided in Attachment C. The hazard risk rating is classified as HIGH, MEDIUM or LOW.

15 – 25 = HIGH Rating 9 – 12 = MEDIUM Rating 0 – 4 = LOW Rating

Note that statutory requirements for reporting incidents equates approximately to a hazard risk rating of 9 and above. The results of the assessments are provided on the pro-forma provided in Attachment C.

HAZARD RISK MATRIX Severity Likelihood / Probability

1 2 3 4 5 1 1 2 3 4 5 2 2 4 6 8 10 3 3 6 9 12 15 4 4 8 12 16 20 5 5 10 15 20 25

Hazard Risk Rating Low Medium High


RISK ASSESSMENT

ASSESSMENT OF RISK Form 1 – Initial Assessment

ACTIVITY SIGNIFICANT ASSOCIATED

HAZARDS

PERSONS AFFECTED

WORST CASE OUTCOME

LIKELI-HOOD

SEVERITY

RISK RATING

CRITICAL

1. Access Trips, Falls, Road Vehicles, Pedestrians

Employees, Sub-contractors, Public, Vehicles

Major Injury 4 4 16 High

2. Erection / dismantling of Scaffolds

Falls, Falling Objects

Employees, Sub-contractors, Visitors

Major Injury 4 5 20 High

3. Electrical Tools and Equipment

Electric Shock, Burns


Major Injury / Fatality

4 5 20 High

4. Use of hazardous materials (paint spraying)

Absorption, Injection, Breathing, Swallowing


Major Injury 3 4 12 Medium

5. Manual Handling

Body Injuries Employees, Sub-contractors


6. Use of FLT Injuries, Property Damage

Employees, Contractors


RISK ASSESSMENTS


ASSESSMENT OF RISK

Form 2 – Assessment of Existing Controls and Action Plan

ACTIVITY EXISTING / PROPOSED CONTROLS ADDITIONAL ACTION REQUIRED REVISED RISK RATING

ACTION BY

1. Access Temporary Road and Footpath Barriers Signs Supervision Good Housekeeping Provide adequate lighting

Ensure adequate barriers and signs are provided. Emphasise procedure to employees. Subject to monitoring by Managing Director and Managing Director / Employees emphasis. Liaise with other tenants. Co-ordinate work and deliveries with other contractors.

2 x 4 (8) Managing Director

2. Erection / dismantling of Cradles and scaffolds

Competent Cradle Erector Regular inspection of plant Material kept to a minimum Method Statement for Cradle & Scaffold erection and dismantling

Ensure CITB Trained Scaffolders & Riggers and competent roof workers. Subject to regular monitoring by Managing Director.


3. Electrical Tools and Equipment

Only approved tested equipment used Inspection prior to use 110V maximum power tools

Managing Director / Employees in all cases


4. Use of hazardous materials e.g. paint spraying

COSHH Assessment and normal controls. e.g. training, information, supervision, ventilation, storage, disposal & PPE

Managing Director / Employees in all cases


RISK ASSESSMENT


ASSESSMENT OF RISK Form 2 – Assessment of Existing Controls and Action Plan (cont'd)

ACTIVITY EXISTING / PROPOSED CONTROLS ADDITIONAL ACTION REQUIRED REVISED RISK RATING

ACTION BY

5. Manual Handling

Loads limited, team working Supervisory instruction

Managing Director / Employee to be reminded to monitor carefully all manual handling operations. Subject to firm Managing Director / Employee control


6. Fire Regular Office inspections Site induction / briefing Fire appliances Storage of flammable materials and substances

1 x 5 (5) Office Staff

7. Use of FLT FLT driving training and annual refresher training Housekeeping standards in yard Yard ground surface maintained All vehicles to be parked correctly

2 x 5 (10) Managing Director FLT drivers Vehicle drivers

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